UNRWA reported that six of its staff members were among those killed, marking the highest toll on its team in a single incident. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called the attack "totally unacceptable," highlighting that women and children were among the victims.
The Israeli military claimed the strike targeted “Hamas” militants, but did not elaborate on the outcomes. The EU’s foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed outrage, calling for protection of humanitarian sites.
Israeli officials asserted that the school had become a legitimate target due to alleged “Hamas” use. UNRWA urged for independent investigations and reiterated its stance against using civilian facilities for military purposes.
The strike adds to the ongoing devastation in Gaza, where infrastructure and humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate amid the conflict.
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